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CONTENTS
1 HOUR                                                        FAMILY LAW
Insurance Contract Law Reform Update                    11    Client Focussed Outcomes for Family Lawyers              11
Client Focussed Outcomes for Family Lawyers             11    Drafting Family Law Agreements and Applications          25
Franchising Law Update                                  11    Family Law: Evidence and Advocacy                        25
Navigating Health and Safety Law                        11
                                                               FINANCIAL SERVICES 
10 HOURS                                                      Legal Aspects of Blockchains, Cryptocurrencies, NFTs     10
10 Hours on a Saturday: Commercial Practice              9    Credit Law and Responsible Lending Update                28
10 Hours in One Day for Litigation and Disputes Lawyers  30
                                                               HEALTH
ADMINISTRATIVE & PUBLIC SECTOR LAW                            Health Law Developments                                  22
Effective Decision Making in Public Law Workshop         8
                                                               IMMIGRATION
Public Law Roundup                                       8
                                                               Immigration Law Summit                                   29
Human Rights Law Update                                  7
Public Sector Procurement and Contracts                 21    INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
                                                               IP Basics for All Lawyers                                10
BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION                                     Commercialising IP Intensive                             22
Building and Construction Law Disputes                  17
Construction Contracts: What Needs Fixing?              17    LITIGATION & DISPUTE RESOLUTION
                                                               Civil Litigator’s Toolkit                                18
CONTRACTS                                                     In Conversation: A Mediation and Dispute
Insurance Contract Law Reform Update                    11    Resolution Masterclass                                   31
Contract Law: Drafting Intensive                        24
                                                               MĀORI LAW
Contract Disputes Masterclass                           24
                                                               Engaging with Māori                                       4
COMPETITION & CONSUMER
                                                               NOT FOR PROFIT
Competition and Consumer Law: The Critical Changes      21
                                                               Charities and Not for Profit: Critical Update            15
CORPORATE & COMMERCIAL
                                                               PRACTICE MANAGEMENT & SKILLS
Business Valuations: What Lawyers Need to Know          11
                                                               Business Development and Personal
Franchising Law Update                                  11    Branding Essentials for All Lawyers                      10
Forestry Law Roundup                                    15    Innovate Your Legal Practice: Key Tools and Processes    20
Shareholder Agreements Workshop                         20
Tax Essentials for Commercial Lawyers                   28    PROPERTY LAW
                                                               Commercial Leasing Intensive                              3
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE & IN-HOUSE COUNSEL                       Practical Guide to Conveyancing                           5
In-House Counsel Conference                             14    Mastering Subdivisions: The Current Issues               18
Directors and Officers Summit                           26
ESG Governance and Climate Reporting                    31    WILLS & ESTATE PLANNING
                                                               Trusts Law Symposium                                     19
CRIME                                                         Aged Care and Retirement Villages: Legal Issues          13
Criminal Law Conference                                 16    Estate Planning and Asset Protection                     13
Forensic Evidence in Criminal Law                        6    Estate Disputes and Contested Probate                    27
Traffic and Driving Offences: Practice and Procedure     6    PPPR Intensive: Basic to Complex Applications            27
Youth Justice and Representing Youth Clients            31
                                                               WORKPLACE & WHS
ENVIRONMENT & PLANNING                                        Terminating Employment: The Difficult Legal Issues        3
Environmental Law Summit                                12    Navigating Health and Safety Law                         11
Water Law Forum                                          4    Employment Law Workshop: The Basics for All Lawyers      23
                                                               Employment Law: Key Developments                         23
TERMINATING                                                                        COMMERCIAL
EMPLOYMENT: THE                                                                    LEASING                                         4TH
                                                                                                                                 ANNUAL
DIFFICULT LEGAL ISSUES                                                            INTENSIVE
TUESDAY, 22 FEBRUARY 2022                                        $405             TUESDAY, 22 FEBRUARY 2022                                       $335
9.00AM TO 1.15PM                                          WEB222NZA01             2.00PM TO 5.20PM                                         WEB222NZA02

 The decision to dismiss an employee needs to be carefully                          A must attend event for commercial leasing and property
 considered because employees have rights, employers have                           lawyers. Ensure you’re thoroughly across the latest leasing
 obligations, and you have a duty to properly advise your client.                   updates including the current state of play of commercial
 Gain practical strategies on handling a termination by looking at                  leases in a COVID-19 world. You will also receive an update on
 the steps needed to properly perform the investigation, explore                    the impact of the Overseas Investment Act plus valuable tips
 the interface of termination with mental health or prolonged                       to help you deal with leasing disputes. A practical programme
 sickness and injury. Investigate the concerns regarding                            with useful takeways that will enable you to easily apply the
 restructures or redundancy plus receive an update on recent                        knowledge to everyday practice.
 cases.

Chair: Mere King, Partner, Buddle Findlay                                          Chair: Stephen Rendall, National Director - Real Estate Advisory and
                                                                                   Office Leasing, Bayleys
Investigations and Dismissal
· Should you appoint an external investigator? When, why, pros and cons            Dealing with Commercial Leases in COVID-19 World
· Key requirements for an investigation that complies with fair                    Many commercial lease arrangements in Aotearoa New Zealand
  procedure principles                                                             will have been affected by the response to COVID-19. Join Brooke
· Steps after receiving external investigator’s report: requirements of            Courtney for an in-depth examination of the current state of play in
  fair procedure                                                                   light of recent and on-going changes.
· Dealing with new evidence after completion of investigation                        Presented by Brooke Courtney, Partner, Sharp Tudhope Lawyers
· Justifying dismissals: update on current law
· Summary dismissal or dismissal on notice: Why and when?                          OIO Changes and Updates
  Presented by John Hannan, Barrister, Bankside Chambers                           · Total lease term caught by Overseas Investment Act
                                                                                   · How consideration paid under a lease can trigger a consent
Mental Health Issues in Termination Situations                                       requirement
· How do you recognise a mental health issue?                                      · Farm land advertising requirements and leases
· What happens if it arises in the middle of a formal process?                     · Considerations for obtaining consent for a lease
· Medical certificates and medical examinations                                      Presented by Tessa Baker, Partner, Chapman Tripp
· How can you terminate in mental health situations?
· Is it still safe to sign a settlement agreement with an employee with            Commercial Lease Disputes
  a mental health condition?                                                       · Review of cases on arbitration for leases generally
  Presented by Greg Cain, Partner, Dentons Kensington Swan                         · How does the new amendment to the Property Law Act affect lease
                                                                                     arbitrations?
Termination Due to Prolonged Absence from Work: Sickness or Injury                 · Case law updates on lease abatement
· What are the legal and employment obligations?                                   · Leases to which sections 245G to 245I apply under COVID-19
· How do you ensure procedural fairness and what are the                             Response (Management Measures) Legislation Bill/Act
  substantive considerations?                                                      · Places to find dispute resolution providers
  Presented by Melissa Johnston, Partner, McVeagh Fleming                            Presented by Chris LaHatte, Barrister

Restructuring and Redundancies                                                     Tax Issues in Commercial Leasing
COVID-19 has forced New Zealand into an on-going state of                          · The income tax and GST treatment of commercial leases
uncertainty, with more and more employers resorting to restructuring               · Key tax issues for landlords and lessees to consider when
and redundancies.                                                                    negotiating commercial leases
· Gain insights into common mistakes made by employers during                      · Key tax issues to consider when settling a commercial lease dispute
  restructures                                                                     · A comparative look at the new tax rules for residential property, and
· Examine recent case law trends                                                     why they could drive increased interest in commercial property
· How does the COVID-19 landscape does (or does not) change a                        Presented by Simon Akozu, Senior Associate – Tax, MinterEllisonRuddWatts
  restructure and redundancy process?
  Presented by Bronwen Newcombe, Director, Davenports Law

Update on Recent Case Law (inc. COVID-19 cases)
Employment law expert, Jennifer Mills, will focus on the latest case law
and practical lessons to help avoid common pitfalls and minimise legal
risk for employers terminating employment relationships.
  Presented by Jennifer Mills, Director, Jennifer Mills & Associates

  4    ATTEND AND EARN 4 CPD HOURS                                                   3    ATTEND AND EARN 3 CPD HOURS
       Learning Objectives:                                                               Learning Objectives:
       · Receive practical guidance on investigations and dismissal                       · Understand how commercial leases are operating in a COVID-19 world
       · Develop awareness of mental health issues that can arise in termination          · Receive an update on the impact of Overseas Investment Act on leasing
         situations                                                                       · Examine changes and case law on arbitration and commercial lease
       · Gan practical tips on approaching a termination due to prolonged                   disputes
         sickness or injury                                                               · Learn about the key tax issues currently affecting commercial leasing
       · Understand the process and issues arising from restructures and
         redundancy
       · Receive a timely update on recent cases affecting a termination                                                                                            3
WATER LAW                                          2ND                                  ENGAGING
                                                  ANNUAL
FORUM                                                                                  WITH MĀORI
TUESDAY, 22 FEBRUARY 2022                                            $405              TUESDAY, 22 FEBRUARY 2022                                        $335
9.00AM TO 1.40PM                                              WEB222NZA03              2.00PM TO 5.15PM                                          WEB222NZA04

 Are you across the latest water law developments across                                 Whether you work in the public or private sector, it is essential
 Aotearoa right now? This half day seminar brings together                               you understand the latest legal issues that affect Māori. Hear
 leading practitioners to consider how Environment Southland is                          from experts working at the forefront of Māori development as
 improving freshwater quality and the current issues surrounding                         they consider recent disputes and challenges with Māori land,
 wetlands and freshwater. Receive an update on the three                                 the evolving environmental legal landscape and employment
 waters review and discuss the effectiveness of Overseer as                              and business law matters to be aware of when working with and
 a regulatory tool.                                                                      for Māori.

Chair: Natasha Garvan, Partner, Bell Gully; Chair of the Auckland                       Chair: Rachael Brown, Partner, Bell Gully
Committee of the Resource Management Law Association
                                                                                        Māori Land Law: Recent Disputes and Challenges
Te Mana o Te Wai: Lessons from Southland                                                Take a look at recent disputes and challenges with Māori land
How Environment Southland has approached and is working, in                               Presented by Nathan Milner, Senior Associate, Kāhui Legal
partnership, to improve freshwater quality in Southland. Some key
learnings, takeaways and what more is still to come.                                    Māori and the Environment: The Evolving Legal Landscape
    Presented by Lucy Hicks, Policy and Planning Manager,                               · Recent Court decisions relating to tikanga and the Treaty of
    Environment Southland                                                                 Waitangi
                                                                                        · Legislative and policy reform (resource management and water)
                                                                                        · Rights and interests in land and natural resources
                                  PANEL DISCUSSION
                                                                                          Presented by Jamie Ferguson, Partner, Kāhui Legal
 National Environmental Standards for Freshwater: Regulations
 Surrounding Wetlands                                                                   Tikanga Māori and Employment Law
    Panellists:                                                                         · Matters to be aware of when working with and for Māori
 Sally Gepp, Barrister, Ella Tennent, Principal Advisor – Consents,                     · The integration of tikanga Māori into the workplace
 Bay of Plenty Regional Council Toi Moana, Chris Scrafton,                              · Cultural Competence vs Cultural Safety
 Technical Director – Planning, Beca, Sarah Flynn, Ecologist and                          Presented by Shelley Kopu, Principal, Shelley Kopu Law
 Principal, Boffa Miskell
                                                                                        Doing Business with Māori Organisations
Three Waters Review Reform: An Update                                                   · Designing for change: the influence of kaupapa
· System reform and the new water services entities                                     · Applying Te Ao Māori frameworks to business challenges
· Transition process and timelines                                                      · Doing business with Māori organisations, and what should Māori
· Intersect with RMA reforms: Implications of the NBA for three waters                    organisations expect from their professional advisors?
    Presented by Simon Pilkinton, Partner, Russell McVeagh                              · Improving Māori outcomes
                                                                                          Presented by Tamarapa Lloyd, Consulting Partner, Hourua Pae Rau,
                                                                                          Deloitte Māori Services
                                  PANEL DISCUSSION

 Challenges of Implementing the National Policy Statement for
 Freshwater and Associated Essential Freshwater Instruments
    Panelists:
 Dave Allen, Manager, Natural Environment Strategy, Auckland                                                Useful topics, covering
 Council, Anna Wilkes, Environmental and Policy Manager,
 Ravensdown Limited, Chris Allen, National Board Member,                                                  a range of practical topics
 Federated Farmers of New Zealand                                                                         for practitioners in various
The Value of Overseer
                                                                                                               Māori legal fields
A two-part presentation which firstly focusses on a review of Overseer
from a practical perspective, where it’s heading and its value as a tool                                  The discussion and insights
for farmers. The second part of the presentation will be a discussion
of Overseer’s value as a regulatory tool – what it achieved, and didn’t
                                                                                                           were extremely thorough
achieve, and how the Government has assessed the effectiveness of                                                 and helpful
Overseer as a regulatory tool moving forward.
    Presented by Nicole Buxeda, Senior Solicitor, Louise Ford, Solicitor, Atkins
    Holm Majurey and Mike Manning, General Manager – Innovation &
    Strategy, Ravensdown Limited

    4    ATTEND AND EARN 4 CPD HOURS                                                     3     ATTEND AND EARN 3 CPD HOURS
         Learning Objectives:                                                                  Learning Objectives:
         · Consider how Environment Southland is improving freshwater quality                  · Stay updated on the latest Māori land disputes
         · Receive insight into the latest issues surrounding wetlands                         · Reflect on recent court decisions relating to tikanga and the Treaty of
         · Stay up to date on the three waters review reform                                     Waitangi, and consider rights and interests in land and natural resources
         · Examine the challenges being faced by councils, land users and the                  · Consider ways in which tikanga Māori can be integrated in the workplace
           agricultural sector in implementing the NPS freshwater                              · Discuss the application of Te Ao Māori frameworks to business challenges
         · Discuss Overseer from a practical perspective, and consider its value as a            and what Māori organisations should expect from their professional
           regulatory tool                                                                       advisors

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PRACTICAL GUIDE TO CONVEYANCING
WEDNESDAY, 23 FEBRUARY 2022                                                                                                                          $670
9.00AM TO 5.15PM                                                                                                                              WEB222NZA05

 Receive the latest guidance on the specific issues that can trip up a conveyance, including easements and covenants, cross leases, the
 life cycle of a unit title development and how to approach a mortgagee sale. Stay for the afternoon and be updated on the key financial
 aspects of a transaction including tax, the Overseas Investment Regime and what you need to do on an ongoing basis to ensure you are AML
 compliant.

 SESSION 1: CONVEYANCING: MASTERING                                                 SESSION 2: CONVEYANCING TRANSACTIONS: UPDATE
 THE COMPLEXITIES                                                                   ON TAX, OIO AND AML
 9.15AM - 1.15PM                     WEB222NZA05A                       $405       2.00PM TO 5.15PM                     WEB222NZA05B                  $335

Chair: Jonathan Wood, Senior Associate, Court One
                                                                                   Chair: Joe Biddles, Director, Thompson Blackie Biddles Lawyers
Easements and Covenant Considerations in Conveyancing
                                                                                   Latest Changes to New Zealand’s Overseas Investment Regime
Receive a timely update on how an easement or covenant can
                                                                                   · What transactions are caught by the overseas investment regime?
affect a conveyance, how to create or remove them and review
the leading cases.                                                                 · Key changes from the 2021 reforms
                                                                                   · A brief overview of the application process, timing and new fees
  Presented by Dale Thomas, Director - Property Practice Leader,
                                                                                   · What are the consequences of getting it wrong?
  McCaw Lewis
                                                                                     Presented by Catherine Reid, Barrister
Cross Leases and Conveyancing
                                                                                   Critical Update on Tax Changes in Conveyancing
Understanding the finer points of a cross-lease is extremely beneficial
for anyone dealing with a property development, purchase or sale.                  · The impact of recent tax changes on land transactions
· Examine the particular issues associated with a cross lease                      · Common GST issues on transfers of land
· Understand the key factors that buyers and sellers need to be                    · Inland Revenue’s focus on land transactions and who
  aware when this is part-and-parcel of a property conveyance                        is in their sights?
  Presented by Bobbie-jo Butler, Director/Conveyancing Practitioner,                 Presented by Carla Cross, Specialist Tax Advisor
  Conveyancing Plus
                                                                                   Conveyancers and AML/CFT: Risks and How to Stay Compliant
Lifecycle of a Unit Title Development                                              Gain a thorough understanding of what you need to do on an ongoing
Obtain a practical overview of the sorts of issues to consider or                  basis to protect yourself and what to do if there has been an oversight
be on the lookout for during a Unit Title Development’s lifecycle.                 given that Conveyancers and small to mid-sized practices are at risk
· Inception: Things to consider before applying to deposit                         of being exploited by criminals to launder money and are affected by
   a unit title plan                                                               changes to the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of
  - whether a new build or a conversion from cross lease                           Terrorism (AML/CFT) Act.
    or even freehold                                                                 Presented by Royden McGee, Partner, Head of Risk & Compliance, Strategi
· Operation: Where we can add value to our clients during                            Compliance
   the life of a Unit Title Development
  - whether it’s considering a rule change, looking at maintenance
    contributions or helping with section 74 scheme
· Winding Up: Things to consider when pulling the pin
  - issues that can arising when collapsing a development
  Presented by Carolyn Hintz, Senior Associate, Gibson Sheat Lawyers                                    ANNUAL CPD
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Mortgagee Sales
                                                                                                        Only $810 for 10 CPD points
Gain a deeper understanding of the opportunities involved
in a mortgagee sale, including the potential risks and how to
                                                                                                        (or $567 with the Early Bird Offer)
mitigate them.                                                                                          Sign up today!
  Presented by Edwin Morrison, Managing Partner, K3 Legal Limited

  7    ATTEND THE FULL DAY AND EARN 7 CPD HOURS
       Learning Objectives:                                                        Learning Objectives:
       · Receive a timely update on easements and covenants                        · Receive the latest guidance on the Overseas Investment Regime
       · Gain a deeper understanding on how cross leases affect conveyancing       · Understand the impact of recent tax changes on conveyancing
       · Receive guidance on the lifecycle of a unit title development             · Ensure you’re across the AML/CFT risks and how to stay compliant
       · Learn about the risks and opportunities associated with mortgagee sales

                                                                                                                                                           5
TRAFFIC AND DRIVING:
FORENSIC EVIDENCE                                                                         PRACTICE AND
IN CRIMINAL LAW                                                                          PROCEDURE
WEDNESDAY, 23 FEBRUARY 2022                                           $405               WEDNESDAY, 23 FEBRUARY 2022                                      $335
9.00AM TO 1.15PM                                               WEB222NZA06               2.00PM TO 5.15PM                                          WEB222NZA07

 As a criminal lawyer, it is imperative for you to stay up to date                         Traffic and driving matters often require a special approach to
 with new and evolving forensic techniques. Examine the latest in                          run them successfully. By understanding the practical nuances
 the various forensic disciplines including DNA sequencing and                             of defending these types of cases you can spare your client
 profiling, bloodstain pattern analysis, firearms and ballistics,                          from hefty fines, loss of license or time behind bars. Attend and
 and facial recognition, digital video, CCTV and surveillance.                             receive valuable insights from seasoned traffic law practitioners
                                                                                           who will provide a timely update on advocacy in traffic matters,
                                                                                           recent cases and the latest on vehicle crash analysis, issues
                                                                                           around the taking of blood specimens and more.

Chair: Tiffany Cooper, Barrister, Fryberg Chambers                                        Chair: Steven Cullen, Barrister

DNA Sequencing/Profiling: Introduction and Impact                                         Advocacy in Traffic Law Practice: Tips for Courtroom Practice
Gain an understanding of these topics and assess justice and forensic                     · Dangerous driving and serious traffic offences
science impacts, including:                                                               · Update on alcohol interlock
· Familial searching/forensic genealogy/investigative genetic
                                                                                            Presented by Samira Taghavi, Lawyer, Active Legal Solutions
   genealogy
· Massive parallel processing/next generation sequencing                                  Vehicle Crash Analysis
· Probabilistic genotyping
                                                                                          One of New Zealand’s foremost traffic accident investigators and
    Presented by Sean Doyle, Owner and Consultant Forensic Scientist, Linked              forensic engineers, Andrew McGregor CPEng of Prosolve Ltd will
    Forensic Consultants                                                                  discuss key aspects of traffic accident investigation and share helpful
                                                                                          tips, strategies and best practice guidelines for you to be able to
Bloodstain Pattern Analysis                                                               manage these types of cases.
· Introduction
                                                                                            Presented by Andrew McGregor, Director, Prosolve Ltd
· Experts and expert evidence
· Blood dynamics                                                                          The Taking of Blood Specimens
· Types of bloodstain patterns
                                                                                          · When can a person elect to give a blood specimen?
· What can bloodstain patterns reveal at crime scenes?
                                                                                          · When can an enforcement officer request the person to provide a
· Analysis of patterns and reconstruction of events                                         blood specimen?
    Presented by Sue Petricevic, Barrister, Vulcan Chambers                               · Who can take the blood specimen?
                                                                                          · Subsequent handling of the blood specimen
Understanding Firearm Evidence
                                                                                            Presented by Allan Tobeck, Barrister
Join Angus Newton as he examines the key things you need to know to
better understand firearm evidence in your criminal matter, together
with the application of 3D Laser Scanning technology to firearm-
related crime scenes.
    Presented by Angus Newton, Senior Forensic Scientist and Firearm
    Examiner, Institute of Environmental Science and Research Limited (ESR)

Facial Recognition, Digital Video, CCTV and Surveillance
A practical session that provides guidance and advice on
understanding and using video-based evidence in a legal context.
· How facial recognition technology works, why it often doesn’t, and
  how it is currently implemented
· Implications for facial recognition technology in the justice system
· Digital Video basics for lawyers: understanding compression,
  resolution, frame rate and metadata
· A practical overview CCTV and Surveillance systems
    Presented by James Ruhfus, Director, Videlity

    4    ATTEND AND EARN 4 CPD HOURS                                                        3    ATTEND AND EARN 3 CPD HOURS
         Learning Objectives:                                                                    Learning Objectives:
         · Examine recent developments in DNA sequencing and profiling                           · Gain practical tips on advocacy in criminal law
         · Develop a deeper knowledge of firearm and ballistic evidence                          · Be updated on vehicle crash analysis techniques and tips and traps in
         · Learn the basics in bloodstain pattern analysis and how it is interpreted in            investigations
           criminal matters                                                                      · Receive valuable insights on the taking and handling of blood samples
         · Gain an understanding of facial recognition and surveillance technology
           and the implications
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HUMAN RIGHTS
LAW UPDATE
FRIDAY, 18 FEBRUARY 2022
9.30AM TO 11.30AM
                                                                 $245
                                                         WEB222NZW01              Annual CPD
 Attend and discuss the most recent trends and updates in
 relation to Human Rights Law, and receive a timely update on
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Chair: Claire Paterson, Partner, Meredith Connell

Proposed Reforms to New Zealand Bill of Rights Act: Declarations
of Inconsistency
· What is a Declaration of Inconsistency?
· How do you apply for one?
· Short history of Declarations of Inconsistency
· Legislative change
· What happens if you get one?
  Presented by Dr. Tony Ellis, Barrister, Blackstone Chambers

The Impact of the Bill of Rights Act on the Exercise of Public Law
Powers
Join Ben Keith as he provides a timely examination of the impact of
human rights laws on public law powers
  Presented by Ben Keith, Barrister, Thorndon Chambers

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WELLINGTON

EFFECTIVE DECISION MAKING
IN PUBLIC LAW WORKSHOP                                                         PUBLIC LAW ROUNDUP
FRIDAY, 25 FEBRUARY 2022                                             $335      FRIDAY, 25 FEBRUARY 2022                                             $335
9.00AM TO 12.15PM                                               222NZW03       2.00PM TO 5.20PM                                                222NZW04

 Led by Ben Keith, a specialist in administrative law and                        This half-day seminar brings together a diverse and experienced
 procedure, this workshop will cover the legal framework for good                panel of practitioners to discuss three specialist areas in public
 government decision-making to ensure that decision-makers                       law. Get the latest updates on judicial review including case law
 act fairly, understand their powers, and know what to do when                   and key emerging trends. Consider statutory interpretation in
 things go wrong. You will canvass these issues through recent                   the law reform context and gain an understanding of the policy
 decisions, including pandemic-related challenges and recent                     behind reform proposals. Finally, take a close look into the
 inquiries. Tailored to lawyers at all levels, you will receive the              current Royal Commission of Inquiry, discussing the settlement
 necessary skills to promote lawful and robust decision making.                  processes and the New Zealand Bill of Rights Act.

                                                                                Chair: Gareth Richards, Barrister, Stout Street Chambers
 Making Lawful, Justifiable, Defensible and Readable Decisions
 · Improving the quality, efficiency and effectiveness of decision-             Judicial Review: Recent Cases, Developments, and their
   making                                                                       Implications
 · Distinguishing between the questions to be answered and                      · Examine recent judicial review case law
   matters not directly relevant                                                · Key developments and emerging trends
 · How to write a readable decision                                             · Practical implications for your clients and organisations
 Decision Making Tools in Government Decision Making                              Presented by Matthew Smith, Barrister, Thorndon Chambers
 · Policy and other guidance
 · Assisted and automated decision-making                                       Statutory Interpretation in a Law Reform Context: How Does It All
 · Delegation                                                                   Fit Together?
 · Resort to external/expert advice                                             · Understanding the policy context of reform proposals
 Challenges to Administrative Decisions                                         · Considering the intent, purpose, context and structure of amended
 · Anticipating and/or responding to the prospect of complaint,                    or new legislation
   challenge or wider criticism                                                 · Anticipating issues with workability, including any inconsistencies
 · Instituting and operating internal and external complaint, review               and unintended consequences
   and/or appeal procedures                                                       Presented by Megan Ball, Barrister, Kate Sheppard Chambers
 · Modifying or retaking decisions
 · Remedies for error                                                           An Update on the Royal Commission into Historical Abuse and the
 Recent Decision Making and Administrative Law Review Cases                     Current Legal Landscape
 · Consider recent decision making and administrative law review                · Settlement processes: claims against the State
   cases                                                                        · The New Zealand Bill of Rights Act 1990
                                                                                · An update on the Royal Commission of Inquiry
    Presented by Ben Keith, Barrister, Thorndon Chambers
                                                                                  Presented by Amanda Hill, Partner, Cooper Legal

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    3   ATTEND AND EARN 3 CPD HOURS                                               3    ATTEND AND EARN 3 CPD HOURS
        Learning Objectives:                                                           Learning Objectives:
        · Enhance your skills in writing a readable decision                           · Examine recent judicial review cases and developments over the last
        · Receive valuable practical guidance on decision making tools                   12 months
        · Learn how to anticipate and respond to the prospect of a complaint,          · Consider statutory interpretation in the law reform context and discuss
          challenge or wider criticism                                                   the practical issues
        · Consider recent decision making and administrative law review cases          · Stay updated on the Royal Commission into Historical Abuse and receive
                                                                                         insight into the current settlement processes and recommendations
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AUCKLAND

10 HOURS ON A SATURDAY:                                                                                                                                 NEW
                                                                                                                                                        PROGRAM
COMMERCIAL PRACTICE
SATURDAY, 5 MARCH 2022                                                                                                                                                 $810
7.30AM TO 6.30PM                                                                                                                                                   223NZA16

 This is a fantastic opportunity for all lawyers to hear crucial yearly updates whilst also getting all their CPD hours done in one day - without
 it cutting into the work week! Fully loaded with 10 hours of practical, tailored topics to support your information and firm’s needs. Whether
 you’re looking to upgrade your skills, gain industry insight into the latest techniques or listen to critical updates from renowned peers, there’s
 something unique waiting for you on Saturday, 5th March.

                                                                                               Privacy Law: Compliance Issues and Practical Considerations
 SESSION 1: EMPLOYMENT UPDATE AND PROFESSIONAL
                                                                                               · Mandatory data breach notifications
 PRACTICE SKILLS
                                                                                               · Offshore transfers of personal information
 7.30AM - 10.30AM                      223NZA16A                            $335              · Compliance with the security requirements under information
                                                                                                 privacy principle 5 of the Act
Chair: Rob Latton, Barrister, FortyEight Shortland Barristers                                  · Beyond compliance: A look at the practical issues
                                                                                               · Further developments in the privacy space
Recent Case Law and Highlights in Employment Law                                                  Presented by Kristin Wilson, Senior Associate, Bell Gully
Receive a round-up of recent developments in employment law,
including the latest cases, legislative changes and the impact of                              Cyber-security: A Guide for Law Firms
COVID-19 on employment.                                                                        · Understand the latest cyber threats and risks
  Presented by Alastair Espie, Senior Associate, Duncan Cotterill                              · Gain a better appreciation for what you need to protect and how
                                                                                               · Top 10 cyber tips
Professional Responsibility: Hot Topics and Old Favourites                                     · Learn about the widely adopted cyber framework and controls, so
· Professional or personal? The advance of regulated conduct                                     you can get the most out of your cyber security budget and spend
· Lawyers & their civil liberties: the boundaries of free speech & legal causes                · Be better prepared to respond in the event of a data breach
· Officers of the Court: recent cases and continuing themes
                                                                                                  Presented by Campbell McKenzie, Director, Incident Response Solutions
  Presented by Paul Collins, Barrister, Shortland Chambers

Insurance and Professional Practice                                                              SESSION 3: TRUSTS, TAX AND IP ROUND-UP
Receive an update on Professional indemnity insurance, trustees and                              3.30PM - 6.30PM                       223NZA16C                           $335
directors, cyber risk and new developments
  Presented by Christina Bryant, Managing Partner, Hesketh Henry                               Chair: Kellie Arthur, Barrister, FortyEight Shortland Barristers

                                                                                               Issues Arising Under the New Trusts Act
 SESSION 2: SPOTLIGHT ON CONTRACTS, TECHNOLOGY                                                 · Practical issues that might arise under the Trusts Act
 AND INFORMATION PROTECTION                                                                    · Focus on discrete issues of practical importance to trust
 10.45PM - 3.15PM                      223NZA16B                            $405                 practitioners and their clients
                                                                                                  Presented by Sam Jeffs, Barrister, Bankside Chambers and
Chair: David Alizade, Partner, Jackson Russell                                                    Thomas Refoy-Butler, Partner, MacKenzie Elvin

Legal Technology and Creating Greater Internal Efficiencies                                    Tax and AML/CFT: Critical Issues Update
· The tools available to creating greater internal efficiency                                  · Taxation (Annual Rates for 2021–22, GST, and Remedial Matters)
· Contract management: tips to finding a solution that is right for your                         Bill: GST, Income tax and remedial changes
  organisational requirements                                                                  · Tax issues from the COVID-19 pandemic response, and future tax
· Where law and tech automation meet                                                             policy issues
· Practical guidance and key takeaways                                                         · Current AML/CFT issues & recent developments, including
                                                                                                 exemptions regulations, suspicious activity reporting, & DIA audits
  Presented by Gene Turner, Managing Director, LawHawk and Paul Proctor,
  Business Development Manager – Process Automation, Datacom                                      Presented by Neil Russ, Director, Russ + Associates; Convenor Tax Law
                                                                                                  Committee New Zealand Law Society
Agile Contracts vs Waterfall vs Outcome Based Contracting
Choosing the right type of contract construct for project engagements                          Intangible Assets: How to Utilise them to Build Commercial Value
can be half the battle. In this session you will examine a number of                           · The forms of intangible assets that are commonly used by
constructs you can utilise when contracting to deliver projects. The pros                        businesses to create and grow competitive advantages
and cons of outcome, task, waterfall and agile contracting models will be                      · Common mistakes made with intangible assets
considered and discussed from both a legal and commercial perspective.                         · How an IP strategy can help make the most of intangible assets
  Presented by John Steadman, General Manager – Procurement, Spark NZ                          · The interplay between business strategy and IP strategy
                                                                                               · Intangible asset risks mitigation
                                                                                               · Posturing IP for an exit
                                                                                                  Presented by Anton Blijlevens, Principal, AJ Park

 10     ATTEND THE FULL DAY AND EARN 10 CPD HOURS
        Learning Objectives:                                       Learning Objectives:                                      Learning Objectives:
        · Be updated on recent developments in employment law      · Benefit from updates on how technology can              · Consider the implications of recent tax changes on
        · Reflect on professional responsibility how it can keep     streamline processes                                      commercial practice
          you out of trouble                                       · Understand the differences between different            · Receive guidance on the key AML compliance issues
        · Examine professional indemnity insurance and how           contracts                                               · Gain valuable insight into intangible assets and how
          to protect your practice                                 · Receive a timely update on privacy law & compliance       to recognise commercial value
                                                                   · Gain valuable tips on cyber protection and resilience
                                                                                                                                                                                  9
IN FOCUS SERIES

 Just need one or two more hours to complete your CPD compliance for the year? We’ve got you covered. The ‘In Focus’ series examining
 Blockchains, IP basics, health and safety and more…!

     LEGAL ASPECTS OF BLOCKCHAINS, CRYPTOCURRENCIES & NFTS
TUESDAY, 1 MARCH 2022                                                                                                                                            $245
9.00AM - 11.10PM 	                                                                                                                                        WEB223NZA08

Chair: Laura Carter, Barrister, Sangro Chambers

  Presented by Ken Moon, Consultant, AJ Park

 2     ATTEND AND EARN 2 CPD HOURS
       Learning Objectives:
       · Examine the legal aspects of blockchains, cryptocurrencies, non-fungible tokens and smart contracts and how they are being used in the context of IP law.

     BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND PERSONAL BRANDING ESSENTIALS FOR ALL LAWYERS
TUESDAY, 1 MARCH 2022                                                                                                                                            $245
2.00PM - 4.00PM                                                                                                                                           WEB223NZA09

  Presented by Ben Paul, Director and Founder, The BD Ladder

 2     ATTEND AND EARN 2 CPD HOURS
       Learning Objectives:
       · Gain valuable LinkedIn tips and strategies for growing contacts and practice
       · Consider the importance of a business development client action plan
       · Learn how to grow your revenue
       · Receive insight into the basics of nurturing new clients

     IP BASICS FOR ALL LAWYERS
WEDNESDAY, 2 MARCH 2022                                                                                                                                          $245
9.00AM - 11.15AM                                                                                                                                          WEB223NZA10

Chair: Elena Szentiványi, Director, Henry Hughes IP Ltd

Registering Trade Marks
  Presented by Hamish Selby, Partner, Buddle Findlay

Copyright Basics
  Presented by Jack Oliver-Hood, Barrister

Infringement, Enforcement and Brand Protection
  Presented by Paul Johns, Principal, AJ Park

 2     ATTEND AND EARN 2 CPD HOURS
       Learning Objectives:
       · Gain tips on managing the trade mark registration process
       · Learn how to deal with the common copyright issues that arise when advising clients
       · Consider infringement scenarios and insights into claim and defence strategies

10
BUSINESS VALUATIONS INTENSIVE: WHAT LAWYERS NEED TO KNOW
WEDNESDAY, 2 MARCH 2022                                                                                                                        $245
2.00PM - 4.00PM                                                                                                                         WEB223NZA11

  Presented by Don Sloan, Sloan Consulting Limited

 2     ATTEND AND EARN 2 CPD HOURS
       Learning Objectives:
       · Receive practical guidance on the different approaches to business valuations

      INSURANCE CONTRACT LAW REFORM UPDATE
THURSDAY, 3 MARCH 2022                                                                                                                         $125
9.30AM - 10.30AM                                                                                                                        WEB223NZA12

  Presented by Stephanie Corban, Special Counsel, Hesketh Henry; Legal500 Asia Pacific 2021 ‘Recommended Lawyer’ in Insurance

  1    ATTEND AND EARN 1 CPD HOUR
       Learning Objectives:
       · Receive a timely update on insurance contracts with the exposure Bill for Insurance Contract Law Reform

      CLIENT FOCUSSED OUTCOMES FOR FAMILY LAWYERS
THURSDAY, 3 MARCH 2022                                                                                                                         $125
11.30AM - 12.30PM                                                                                                                       WEB223NZA13

  Presented by Minka Boddé-Phillips, Director, Phillips & Co

  1    ATTEND AND EARN 1 CPD HOUR
       Learning Objectives:
       · Receive tips on achieving client focussed outcomes in the Family Court

      FRANCHISING LAW UPDATE
FRIDAY, 4 MARCH 2022                                                                                                                           $125
9.30AM - 10.30AM                                                                                                                        WEB223NZA14

  Presented by Stewart Germann, Principal, Stewart Germann Law Office; International Who’s Who of Franchise Lawyers 2020; New Zealand’s only Certified
  Franchise Executive (CFE)

  1    ATTEND AND EARN 1 CPD HOUR
       Learning Objectives:
       · Receive a timely update on the core issues affecting franchising law

      NAVIGATING HEALTH AND SAFETY LAW
FRIDAY, 4 MARCH 2022 	                                                                                                                         $125
2.00PM - 3.30PM                                                                                                                         WEB223NZA15

Chair: Angela Evans, Partner, BE Employment Law

Workplace Health & Safety Legal Update
  Presented by Olivia Welsh, Senior Associate, Anthony Harper; NZ Lawyer ‘Rising Star’ 2021

COVID-19 Issues in 2022: The Current State of Play
  Presented by James Warren, Partner, Dentons Kensington Swan

1.5    ATTEND AND EARN 1.5 CPD HOURS
       Learning Objectives:
       · Receive a timely update on recent developments in health and safety law
       · Understand how the pandemic is continuing to affect health & safety at work

                                                                                                                                                         11
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                                                                                                                                                             2ND
                                                                                                                                                            ANNUAL
ENVIRONMENTAL LAW SUMMIT
TUESDAY, 8 MARCH 2022                                                                                                                                          $670
9.00AM TO 5.15PM                                                                                                                                           223NZA17

 Major changes are underway to New Zealand’s environmental policies, laws and regulations so it is essential you’re across the latest
 developments. Join an experienced panel as they share valuable insights. Unpack the legal changes in fast track consenting projects, case
 law, water law, resource management and climate change. Plus, examine why Māori issues are important in an environmental law context
 and receive practical guidance on presenting cases before Independent Hearing Commissioners.

 SESSION 1: KEY UPDATES IN ENVIRONMENTAL LAW                                             SESSION 2: CLIMATE CHANGE, CASE UPDATES AND
                                                                                         HEARING PROCEDURES

 9.00AM - 1.15PM                     223NZA17A                           $405           2.00PM - 5.15PM                       223NZA17B                           $335

Chair: Derek Nolan QC, Bankside Chambers                                                Chair: Janette Campbell, Barrister, Bankside Chambers

Fast Track Consenting: How Successful has it Been?                                      Update on Climate Change under the RMA, and Beyond
· What did it set out to achieve?                                                       · 2020 Amendments to the RMA as now in force
· A recap on the process                                                                · Natural and Built Environments Act Exposure Draft provisions
· Key pinch-points                                                                        addressing climate change mitigation and adaptation
· Lessons learned                                                                       · Managed Retreat and Climate Change Adaptation Act
· The verdict                                                                           · Implications of first Emissions Reduction Plan under Climate Change
                                                                                          Response Act
  Presented by Daniel Minhinnick, Partner, Russell McVeagh
                                                                                          Presented by Martin Williams, Barrister, Shakespeare Chambers
Māori and Environmental Law: The Emerging Trends
                                                                                        Environmental Case Law Update: Recent and Significant Decisions
· Why Māori values and issues are important in environmental law
· The evolving approach to considering Treaty principles                                · Look into the most interesting and significant resource management
                                                                                          cases
· The jurisdiction of the Environment Court to make mana whenua
  determinations                                                                        · Focus on the practical implications of those decisions
· The need to consider Tikanga Māori                                                      Presented by Sarah Mitchell, Senior Associate, Simpson Grierson
· The scope of s.35A obligations
                                                                                        Effective Presentations of Important Cases before Independent
· Key takeaways
                                                                                        Hearing Commissioners
  Presented by Vicki Morrison-Shaw, Barrister
                                                                                        · Hearing procedures
RMA System Reform and the Implications for Three Waters                                 · Roles and responsibilities of counsel and expert witnesses
                                                                                        · What works well and what doesn’t
· The new water service entities
                                                                                        · Some examples
· Replacement RMA regime and the implications for three waters
· What is required to deliver on the objectives of three waters reform?                   Presented by Dr Phil Mitchell, Partner, Mitchell Daysh Ltd; Experienced
  Pathways through the new NBA                                                            Chair of Hearing Panels on Significant Applications
· Water services entities and spatial planning processes
  Presented by Simon Pilkinton, Partner, Russell McVeagh

                            RMA PANEL DISCUSSION

 Receive valuable insight from experienced practitioners working
 with Council, infrastructure organisations and NGOs, on the latest
 issues in RMA reform.
   Panellists:
 Megan Tyler, Chief of Strategy, Chief Planning Office, Auckland
 Council
 Joanne Mooar, Senior Corporate Counsel, Transpower
 New Zealand Ltd
 Sally Gepp, Barrister

  7    ATTEND THE FULL DAY AND EARN 7 CPD HOURS
       Learning Objectives:                                                              Learning Objectives:
       · Evaluate the success of the fast track consenting process                       · Consider climate change mitigation and adaptation
       · Reflect on the importance of Māori values and issues in an environmental law    · Stay up to date on interesting and significant resource management cases and
         context                                                                           discuss the key takeaways
       · Consider the implications for three waters in light of the RMA system reform    · Receive guidance on the key issues arising in presentations before Independent
       · Get up to date on the latest issues in RMA reform                                 Hearing Commissioners

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AGED CARE AND
RETIREMENT VILLAGES:                                                                 ESTATE PLANNING AND
LEGAL ISSUES                                                                        ASSET PROTECTION
TUESDAY, 8 MARCH 2022                                             $405              TUESDAY, 8 MARCH 2022                                             $335
9.15AM TO 1.35PM                                           WEB223NZA18              2.00PM TO 5.15PM                                           WEB223NZA19

 Attend and explore the issues that can and do arise in aged                          Attend and elevate your expertise in estate planning and asset
 care facilities and retirement villages. Hear from the Office of                     protection to avoid problems down the track. Examine how to
 the Health and Disability Commissioner, learn how to recognise                       draft modern, complex wills and work through the strategy and
 elder fraud, understand how to manage admissions from legally                        execution of a family business succession. You will also gain
 incompetent residents, and examine the implications stemming                         unique insights, practical tips on how s182 and relationship
 from the End of Life Choices Act. You will also receive an                           property claims can affect estate planning. Attend and gain a
 important employment law update and best practice guidance                           deeper understanding of the core issues to help you master this
 on managing commercial terms.                                                        complicated area.

Chair: Jessica Buddendijk, Owner/Operator, Jelica’s Aged Care                        Chair: Timothy Orr, Partner, Martelli McKegg
Advisory and Educational Services; Chair, Care Association New
Zealand (CANZ)                                                                       Complex, Comprehensive & Bespoke Wills: The Value-Add
                                                                                     With the passage of the Trusts Act 2019, Wills are a primary asset
End of Life Choice Act                                                               planning tool. Yet the complexity of modern family dynamics and
Issues arising from this new legislation, including:                                 relationships means they may need a lot of thought and consideration
· Who is eligible?                                                                   to be fit for purpose.
· Initial discussions: who can initiate these?                                       Examine the tricky issues around modern wills drafting dilemmas. This
· An overview of the process and steps required                                      session will discuss head-on the thorny issue of price points for these
· Conscientious objections                                                           kinds of time-intensive wills – what is the value of the “value-add” and
                                                                                     how to sell it to your clients. It will cover issues including:
  Presented by Iris Reuvecamp, Principal, Vida Law
                                                                                     · What do you do if the client wants their Will to reflect the side-deal
Elder Fraud: Preventing and Responding to Financial Abuse                               with the bank in a #bankofmumanddad situation?
                                                                                     · How do you successfully address life interests/rights of residence so
· What fraud can look like: picking up the signs
                                                                                        they work and don’t go stale?
· Trust does not replace due diligence
                                                                                     · How to practically provide for the issues of multiple relationships,
· Global perspectives and case studies
                                                                                        Licences to Occupy & ORAs
· Actions to take on suspecting an elder fraud
                                                                                     · Joint assets and debts: what clients need to remember about joint
  Presented by Stephen Drain, Partner, PwC                                              assets
                                                                                     · The new “real world” problem of increasing crypto/digital assets:
                                                                                        how should these be dealt with in Wills and beyond?
                 UPDATE FROM THE OFFICE OF THE                                       · World-wide wills and domicile & the current approach in the
              HEALTH AND DISABILITY COMMISSIONER                                        Probates Division
    Presented by Dr Cordelia Thomas, Associate Commissioner, Office of
                                                                                     · Price points: what is the value of the “value-add” and how to sell it
    the Health and Disability Commissioner                                           · The increasingly live issue of capacity: red flags and what to dos and
                                                                                        discussion of the Dollimore case

Legally Incompetent Residents                                                          Presented by Theresa Donnelly, Legal Services Manager, Perpetual Guardian

· The concept of competence
                                                                                     Family Business Succession
· Incompetent patients: who can make decisions on their behalf?
                                                                                     Discuss the disconnect between strategy and execution in the
· Options where there is no-one legally able to make decisions on the
                                                                                     succession of a family business, the importance of a family succession
  resident’s behalf
                                                                                     plan and the various exit strategies that need to be considered.
· Ongoing care and financial issues
· Case studies and examples                                                            Presented by Henry Brandts-Giesen, Partner, Dentons Kensington Swan

  Presented by, Andrea Lane, Senior Associate, Claro
                                                                                     S182 and Relationship Property: Implications for Estate Planners of
                                                                                     Happening and Emerging Claims
Employment Law in the Aged Care Sector
                                                                                     Many cases could quite possibly have been avoided with better
An overview of the key employment law issues facing the aged care
                                                                                     planning at the outset. From a simple will, to a complicated wealth
sector, including:
                                                                                     management and succession plan, involving trusts and or other third
· Rostering and availability provisions                                              party entities, estate planning can be a multifaceted and complex
· Conducting investigations involving vulnerable witnesses                           discipline. But at its very core, is the client – their circumstances, needs
· COVID-19 considerations, including vaccination in the workplace                    and expectations. All of these factors must be carefully considered
· General contractual requirements                                                   with the simple question in mind – what could possibly go wrong?
  Presented by Ashley-Jayne Lodge, Partner and Jack Brown, Solicitor,                Receive a timely update on the relationship property issues that you
  Anderson Lloyd                                                                     need to be aware of when estate planning for your clients.
                                                                                       Presented by Ross Knight, Barrister, Old South British Chambers

  4    ATTEND AND EARN 4 CPD HOURS                                                     3    ATTEND AND EARN 3 CPD HOURS
       Learning Objectives:                                                                 Learning Objectives:
       · Gain important insights into the End of Life Choice Act                            · Receive practical tips on how to draft complex and bespoke wills
       · Understand elder fraud and financial abuse and how to prevent it                   · Learn the practical requirements relating to family business succession
       · Receive an update from the Office of the Health and Disability                     · Gain an understanding of relationship property issues that affect estate
         Commissioner                                                                         planning
       · Obtain practical guidance for dealing with a legally incompetent resident
       · Receive a timely update on employment law changes impacting the sector
       · Examine the changes to commercial terms affecting retirement villages                                                                                       13
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                                                                                                                                                                   7TH
                                                                                                                                                                 ANNUAL
IN-HOUSE COUNSEL CONFERENCE
WEDNESDAY, 9 MARCH 2022                                                                                                                                            $670
9.00AM TO 5.15PM                                                                                                                                               223NZA20

 Insulate yourself & your organisation from today’s emerging legal, compliance and governance risks by gaining strategies and information
 to help you navigate legal & commercial perils. Gain the skills to manage contractual risk and liability, avoid the pitfalls of competition law
 and get the latest update on employment law issues, health and safety and privilege. Plus, examine ESG & its importance and reflect on key
 learnings of in-house counsel in leading their team and business through COVID-19.

 SESSION 1: CURRENT RISK AND LIABILITIES WORRYING                                          SESSION 2: KEY SKILLS AND STRATEGIES FOR IN-HOUSE
 IN-HOUSE LAWYERS                                                                          SUCCESS IN 2022
 9.00AM - 1.15PM                     223NZA20A                          $405              2.00PM - 5.15PM                        223NZA20B                             $335

Chair: Bianca Miller, Senior Legal Counsel, Shift Advisory Limited                        Chair: Kara Hiron, Senior Legal Counsel, Manukau Institute of
                                                                                          Technology and Unitec Institute of Technology
Contract Law in the Current Commercial Environment: The
Interplay Between Risk, Liability, Limitation of Liability and                            Engaging with ESG: The Social Factors
Indemnities                                                                               · Discuss the often neglected ‘S’ in ESG:
· Risk: How best to manage and allocate risk?                                               - Diversity & Inclusion
· Indemnities: Risky or beneficial?                                                         - Equal Progression
· What role does insurance play?                                                            - Modern slavery
· Limitations: What to limit, when and how?                                                 - Social mobility
· How to draft (or redraft) all of this in a way that works                                 - Living wage
  Presented by Anton Trixl, Partner, Anderson Lloyd                                         - Gender pay gap
                                                                                            - Workplace wellness
How to Avoid the Pitfalls of Competition Law                                                - Employee engagement
· Common pitfalls for in-house counsel to be aware of                                       Presented by Laura Scampion, Partner, DLA Piper
· Lessons from the first year of cartel criminalisation
· The key changes to competition law from the Commerce
  Amendment Bill and what you need to think about                                                                           PANEL DISCUSSION
  Presented by Bradley Aburn, Senior Associate, Russell McVeagh
                                                                                           Leading Businesses through Change and Surviving COVID-19:
                                                                                           Key Challenges and Learnings
Employment Law: The Latest Issues In-House Lawyers
                                                                                           Hear from experienced in-house counsel as they share the
Need to Know
                                                                                           challenges and learnings in leading their team and business
· Key developments in legislation and case law
                                                                                           through a global pandemic.
· Workplace investigations against senior staff: Complex
                                                                                              Panellists:
  considerations for Board and C- Suite
                                                                                           Hayley Cassidy, Chief General Counsel, Bank of New Zealand
· Worker status update: Contractor vs employee
                                                                                           Brent McAnulty, General Counsel & Corporate Affairs Director,
  Presented by Charlotte Joy, Associate, BE Employment Law                                 TVNZ
                                                                                           Mike Travis, General Counsel, Harmoney
Health and Safety at Work: Recent Developments and                                         Juliet Jones, Legal, Regulatory and Sustainability Director,
Significant Cases                                                                          Vodafone New Zealand
Receive insight into the latest developments in health and safety and
consider recent significant cases.
  Presented by Garth Gallaway, Partner, Chapman Tripp                                     Legal Professional Privilege: Challenges and Strategies for In-
                                                                                          House Counsel
                                                                                          Gain a deeper understanding of the privilege issues that in-house
                                                                                          counsel need to know.
                                                                                            Presented by Jane Standage, Partner, MinterEllisonRuddWatts

            NOW IN ITS 7TH YEAR
            this program continues
          to be the premier In-House
              Counsel Conference

  7    ATTEND THE FULL DAY AND EARN 7 CPD HOURS
       Learning Objectives:                                                              Learning Objectives:
       · Benefit from practical guidance on managing contractual risk, liability and     · Gain insight into the social factors of ESG and what this means in practice
         indemnity                                                                       · Reflect on the key learnings of in-house counsel in leading their team and business
       · Get the latest on changes to competition and consumer law, and consider the       through COVID-19
         common pitfalls in-house counsel need to be aware of                            · Examine the key privilege issues that in-house counsel need to know
       · Receive an overview of the latest employment law developments, and reflect on
         the key issues arising in workplace investigations
14     · Stay updated on health and safety developments, and consider recent cases
CHARITIES AND
FORESTRY LAW                                                                            NOT-FOR-PROFIT:
ROUNDUP                                                                                CRITICAL UPDATE
WEDNESDAY, 9 MARCH 2022                                             $335               WEDNESDAY, 9 MARCH 2022                                           $335
9.15AM TO 12.30PM                                            WEB223NZA21               1.15PM TO 4.30PM                                           WEB223NZA22

 Take a deep dive into the unique aspects of forestry law in                             With significant changes set to shake up the sector, you won’t
 this information-packed programme. Hear from experienced                                want to miss out on gaining insight into the most pressing issues
 practitioners specialising in this niche area and get the latest                        facing NFPs and charities right now, including the Incorporated
 update on forestry and the emissions trading scheme, plus                               Societies Bill, compliance and governance issues and tax. Hear
 consider the practical issues of the special forestry test under                        from leading NFP and charity experts as they critique the latest
 the Overseas Investment Act. Receive valuable insight into the                          developments and how that will impact you.
 regulation of log traders and advisors, and an understanding of
 the changing resource management controls as they apply to
 forestry.

Chair: Martin Thomson, Partner, DLA Piper                                               Chair: Vincent Naidu, Barrister & Solicitor TEP, Notary Public,
                                                                                        Vinci Law
ETS and Carbon Forestry
· An overview of recent changes to the ETS                                              The Incorporated Societies Bill: What You Need to Know
· Legal structures being used in carbon forestry projects                               The Incorporated Societies Bill was introduced into Parliament on
  Presented by Dan Williams, Partner, Anderson Lloyd                                    17 March 2021. Every one of New Zealand’s approximately 24,000
                                                                                        incorporated societies (plus any of the 7,000 charitable societies
The Special Forestry Test Under the Overseas Investment Act                             that wish to transition) will need to review their constitutions in the
· Ease of applications                                                                  transition to the new regime. In this session you will look at what you
· Existing arrangements and conditions of consent                                       need to know.
                                                                                          Presented by Susan Barker, Director, Sue Barker Charities Law
· Practical issues
· Are the changes achieving what was intended?
                                                                                        Compliance Issues for Charities
· Considerations for the future
                                                                                        The issue of political purposes/advocacy in relation to charities is
  Presented by Tara Wylie, Partner, Simpson Grierson                                    a perennial hot topic in charity law and never more so than in the
                                                                                        past year or so with some key cases being determined with regard to
Other Forestry Regulation                                                               advocacy for the environment and advocacy for the family, with yet
· Regulation of log traders and advisors                                                another appeal to the Supreme Court to come.
· The sunset of methyl bromide use                                                      · Consider some of the key matters pertaining to the current charity
· New and changing resource management controls as they apply to                          narrative relating to advocacy
  forestry                                                                              · Highlight some of the issues that such decisions may raise, both
  Presented by David Raudkivi, Partner, and Patrick Senior,                               from a public perception perspective, and also from a legal
  Senior Associate, Russell McVeagh                                                       perspective.
                                                                                          Presented by Dr Juliet Chevalier-Watts, Senior Lecturer in Law, Co-Director
                                                                                          Waikato Public Law

                                                                                        Current Charity and Not-for-Profit Tax Issues
                                                                                        Be guided through a review of the main features of the current tax
                                                                                        and compliance regime for charities and non-profits and highlight any
                                                                                        recent and prospective developments, including:
                                                                                        · Income tax, donation tax incentive and GST concessions
                                                                                        · Legislative changes and case law
                                                                                        · Inland Revenue’s latest operational and interpretation items
                                                                                        · Charity/NFP tax policy work in the pipeline
                                  BACK                                                  · Interplay with the Charities Act regime and review
                                                                                          Presented by Pam Davidson, Barrister, Lambton Chambers
                                 by popular
                                  demand!                                               Governance Challenges in Non-Profit Organisations and Charities
                                                                                        Join an in-depth discussion on the various governance challenges that
                                                                                        NFPs and charities may encounter. While similar to the issues faced by
                                                                                        for profit companies there are unique dynamics, extra considerations
                                                                                        and challenges for those operating in this space.
                                                                                          Presented by Steven Moe, Partner, Parry Field Lawyers

  3    ATTEND AND EARN 3 CPD HOURS                                                        3    ATTEND AND EARN 3 CPD HOURS
       Learning Objectives:                                                                    Learning Objectives:
       · Receive a timely overview of the recent changes to the ETS                            · Be updated on the impact of the Incorporated Societies Bill
       · Consider the practical issues arising in the special forestry test under the          · Examine decisions on political purposes/advocacy in relation to charities
         Overseas Investment Act                                                               · Reflect on current charity and NFP tax issues
       · Examine the regulation of log traders and advisors, and discuss new and               · Learn useful tips on good practice governance for NFPs
         changing resource management controls as they apply to forestry

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                                                                                                                                                             6TH
                                                                                                                                                           ANNUAL
CRIMINAL LAW CONFERENCE 2022
THURSDAY, 10 MARCH 2022                                                                                                                                      $670
9.00AM TO 5.15PM                                                                                                                                         223NZA23

 Now in its 6th year, the Criminal Law Conference is back to prepare you for the year to come. Receive practical insights from an esteemed
 panel of experts on inadmissible admissions, cultural evidence and s27 reports, fitness and insanity, defending sex trial, AML and proceeds
 of crime, jury deliberations and sentencing. Gain your CPD hours and arm yourself with the unique skills and knowledge that are necessary to
 be successful in criminal law practice.

Chair: Richard Marchant, Barrister, Regent Chambers

 SESSION 1: UPDATE IN CRIMINAL PRACTICE                                                 SESSION 2: CRIMINAL LAW EVIDENCE, AML AND
                                                                                        PROCEEDS OF CRIME
 9.00AM - 1.15PM                     223NZA23A                          $405           2.00PM - 5.15PM                       223NZA23B                           $335

Recent Developments and Practical Issues around Criminal                               Inadmissible Admissions
Procedure (Mentally Impaired Persons) Act 2003 Proceedings                             Join Maree Cross as together you examine recent cases and key
The Criminal Procedure (Mentally Impaired Persons) Act 2003 (“CP                       principles determining the admissibility (or otherwise) of defendant
(MIP) Act”) provides the procedure for determining whether a                           admissions. Incorporated is a specific focus on reliability, including the
defendant is unfit to stand trial. Establishing the fitness and sanity of              impact of mental health concerns and Police questioning techniques.
the defendant is complex and rarely straightforward. Examine recent                      Presented by Maree Cross, Barrister, Lorne Street Chambers
developments and cases in this area.
  Presented by Philip Hamlin, Barrister                                                Cultural Evidence: Counter-Intuitive Evidence and s27 Reports
                                                                                       · Admissibility
How to Defend a Sex Trial                                                              · Recent cases and rulings
· Theory of case                                                                       · How evidence can be used both during and after trial
· Cross examination of complainant/s
                                                                                         Presented by Jasper Rhodes, Barrister
· Recent complaint evidence?
· Leading your client                                                                  Anti-money Laundering: Recent Developments
· Defence evidence                                                                     · Liability under the AML/CFT Act 2009
· Closing                                                                              · A regulator’s enforcement options
  Presented by Tiffany Cooper, Barrister, Fryberg Chambers                             · Recent case law: procedure, penalties, matters of mitigation
                                                                                       · Money laundering under the Crimes Act: recent developments
Jury Deliberations
                                                                                         Presented by Nick Williams, Barrister, Britomart Chambers
Consider the process of jury deliberations including the Juries Act
1981, the use of Papadopoulos directions, majority verdicts and hung
                                                                                       A Criminal Proceeds (Recovery) Act Update
juries.
                                                                                       Merran will cover how the Police are using the CPRA to not only
  Presented by Anoushka Bloem, Principal, Bloem & Associates, Criminal
                                                                                       confiscate proceeds of drug rings and illegitimate business, but also
  Defence Specialist
                                                                                       restraining and confiscating proceeds of legitimate businesses that
                                                                                       may have been carried out unlawfully.
Sentencing Update: Cases of Interest
                                                                                         Presented by Merran Keil, Barrister, Regent Chambers
Join Todd Simmonds as together you examine the most recent cases
and developments relating to sentencing.
  Presented by Todd Simmonds, Barrister, Lorne Street Chambers

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       Learning Objectives:                                                             Learning Objectives:
       · Be updated on recent development in fitness and sanity and CP(MPI) Act 2003    · Receive practical guidance on inadmissible admissions
       · Understand how to defend a sex trial in response to recent developments        · Understand how to use cultural and counter-intuitive evidence and S27 reports
       · Work through challenges when dealing with a jury                               · Gain insights into recent developments in anti-money laundering cases
       · Gain a critical update on recent sentencing cases                              · Be updated on the Criminal Proceeds (Recovery) Act

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